Student Groups and Professional Organizations
Student Organization (NSSLHA)
What is NSSLHA?
The National Student Speech-Language and Hearing Association (NSSLHA) is a national organization for students interested in the study of normal and disordered human communication behavior. The SIUE chapter of NSSLHA provides gathering opportunities for pre-professional speech-language pathologists and audiologists.
Why join the SIUE chapter of NSSLHA?
- Meet other students in the program
- Gain access to academic resources
- Make professional connections
- Participate and get involved in community outreach programs
- Build your resume
- Membership is only $15 per year
Contact siuensslha@gmail.com for more information.
Why join national NSSLHA?
- $60 per year
- Full access to ASHA publications and other student resources
- Eligibility for scholarships through the ASH Foundation
- Discounted ASHA Special Interest Group Membership
- Receive a discount when you apply for ASHA certification
- For more information visit nsslha.org
Annual Events
NSSLHA Trivia Night: Each year, faculty, students, family and friends of those in the speech-language pathology and audiology program raise money for the SIUE Speech-Language-Hearing Center. Come bid on baskets and other goodies in the silent auction and challenge faculty members in a game of trivia. The banquet is a fund night to spend with faculty and friends!
Scholarships: The SIUE NSSLHA organization also offers scholarships for speech-language pathology majors or graduate students. The Traci Storey Memorial Scholarship is awarded each spring to help support students pursuing a career as a speech-language pathologist. Talk to an NSSLHA officer or email siuensslha@gmail.com for more information.
SIUE Chapter of the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing (NBASLH)
What is NBASLH?
The National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing is the premier professional and scientific association addressing the communication interests and concerns of Black communication science and disorders professionals, students and consumers. The SIUE chapter of NBASLH provides students with opportunities to collaborate, fundraise and network with other Black students who are interested in the study of communication disorders.
Purpose of SIUE NBASLH
- Promote an increase in the number of Black speech, language and hearing professionals
- Provide a safe and supportive environment for Black SPPA students
- Solicit and provide mentoring support of Black students and professionals in communication science disorders
- Explore and disseminate information on communication disorders and differences specific to the Black community
Why join the SIUE chapter of NBASLH?
- Meet other Black students in the program and be part of an active and supportive cohort
- Participate and get involved in community outreach programs
- Build your resume
- Receive a discounted rate to the Annual Convention
- Receive a discounted rate for the NBASLH National Speech-Language Pathology Exam (PRAXIS) Review Course at the Annual Convention
- Get access to the Journal of the National Black Association for Speech-Langauge and Hearing (JNBASLH) and Resound, NBASLH's national newsletter
Contact Kathryn Brady at kbrady@siue.edu for more information.
